Lot 375: Guy Carleton Wiggins (American 1883-1962)
Guy Carleton Wiggins (American 1883-1962)
“Christmastime”, 1959
Charming winter cityscape depicting hansom cabs and elegantly dressed figures along snow-covered streets opposite Central Park, with softly glowing city buildings and church spires beyond; executed with the artist’s characteristic loose brushwork and atmospheric palette capturing the bustle and spirit of New York in winter
Oil on board
Signed lower right, titled, and dated 1959 on verso along with 1981 letter from Mrs. Walter Hemingway, Madison, Connecticut, noting that the work was commissioned directly from the artist as a recreation of his painting used for the National Academy’s Christmas card, the letter further recalls Wiggins’ friendship with the Hemingways, his residence in Lyme, Connecticut, and identifies the subject as hansom cabs opposite Central Park
12″ x 16″
Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist by Mrs. Walter Hemingway, Madison, CT; gifted to Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Sklar, Madison, CT; thence by descent
Good condition overall. Inpainting to bottom left corner, some craquelure.
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Estimate: $6000- $10000
Auction Date: January 1, 2026
